When you run your fingers across a MORIN DAWA wrap, the softness you feel is not accidental. It is the result of a precise, measurable quality standard — the micron count of the cashmere fibre itself.
What is a Micron?
A micron (or micrometre) is one millionth of a metre. In the context of cashmere, it refers to the diameter of an individual fibre. The finer the fibre, the lower the micron count — and the softer the fabric feels against your skin.
To put it in perspective: a human hair measures approximately 70 microns in diameter. The finest cashmere fibres measure under 14 microns. Sub-18 micron cashmere sits at the premium end of the commercial cashmere spectrum — fine enough to feel genuinely luxurious, yet durable enough for everyday wear.
Why Does the Micron Count Matter?
Cashmere fibres above 19 microns can cause a prickling sensation against sensitive skin — particularly around the neck and wrists. This is why some cashmere garments feel scratchy despite being labelled as 100% cashmere. The fibre is real; the quality standard simply isn't high enough.
Sub-18 micron cashmere sits below this threshold, meaning it is soft enough for direct skin contact without irritation — even for those with sensitive skin.
Where Does MORIN DAWA Cashmere Come From?
All MORIN DAWA wraps are crafted from Alxa Highland cashmere, sourced from the Alxa plateau in Inner Mongolia — one of the most remote and climatically extreme regions on earth. The cashmere goats of Alxa grow exceptionally fine undercoats in response to the harsh winters, producing fibres that are consistently finer, longer, and more lustrous than cashmere from other regions.
The Alxa plateau is widely regarded as the source of the world's finest cashmere. It is not a marketing claim — it is a geographical and climatic reality.
How Do We Verify It?
Every MORIN DAWA wrap is independently lab-certified for fibre diameter. We do not rely on supplier claims or brand promises — we commission third-party laboratory testing to verify that every piece meets our sub-18 micron standard before it reaches you.
Full lab certification documentation is available directly on each product page.
What Does This Mean for You?
When you wear a MORIN DAWA wrap, you are wearing cashmere that has been selected, tested, and certified to a standard that most commercial cashmere never reaches. It is softer, finer, and more durable than standard cashmere — and it will only improve with age and wear.
This is what we mean when we say Alxa Highland cashmere. Not a region. Not a marketing term. A measurable, verifiable standard of exceptional quality.